Some fellows get credit for being conservative when they are only stupid.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Some people are mistaken for cautious thinkers when they are actually just uninformed.
- In plain terms
- Stupid people sometimes get praised for being conservative.
- What can you take from it?
- Inaction can look like wisdom.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is caution always good?
- How do you spot ignorance?
Another view
Conservative choices can sometimes be wise.
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